Mountain biking around Gayles is a great to experience more of the landscape. But it’s often tough to know where to start. To help you find the best mtb routes around Gayles, here are the best rides!

Last updated: November 14, 2025

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1. Grinton and Calver Hill loop — Yorkshire Dales National Park

22.5km

01:48

360m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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2. Barf End Descent – Gunnerside Stone Bridge loop from Reeth

32.8km

03:08

730m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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3. Jingle Pot Road Climb – Dales Bike Centre & Cafe loop from Reeth

32.4km

03:05

830m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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4. Greets Hill – View Over Swaledale loop from Grinton

34.7km

03:28

920m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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5. Dales Bike Centre & Cafe – Swale Trail loop from Grinton

21.8km

02:02

550m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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The best MTB trails around Gayles

1. Grinton and Calver Hill loop — Yorkshire Dales National Park

2. Barf End Descent – Gunnerside Stone Bridge loop from Reeth

3. Jingle Pot Road Climb – Dales Bike Centre & Cafe loop from Reeth

4. Greets Hill – View Over Swaledale loop from Grinton

5. Dales Bike Centre & Cafe – Swale Trail loop from Grinton

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